Project Director

OverviewWe are seeking a Project Director to join our team in Guaynabo, PR.AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the U.S.—and there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey. We’re committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means creating solutions that matter, and building a workplace where every voice is heard, every perspective counts, and everyone belongs. By connecting people, data, and technology across our global network, we’re tackling some of the world’s most complex challenges. And we’re looking for passionate, driven professionals like you to help shape what’s next. Let’s build the future—together.About Us: AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. We offer infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years, with the expertise to respond to technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.What will you contribute?Internal Staff AdministrationAssists management team in identifying staffing needs based on future workload and manpower projections for project staffing.Reviews managers’ recommendations to recruit, hire, transfer, or terminate project staff; approves/disapproves or endorses recommendations and presents to senior management for approval as required by established authorization guidelines.Reviews and makes decision on recommendations for salary offers for new hire candidates, as well as salary and position adjustment actions for project staff, subject to senior management review and approval.Recommends personnel actions as established by authorization guidelines.Conducts semi-annual performance reviews and annual career planning sessions with project staff within assigned projects.Provides staff with ongoing performance feedback and counsel to promote improved performance and career development.Helps staff identify and pursue technical and professional development activities consistent with their career development goals and project objectives/needs.Advises project staff concerning company policies and procedures; monitors and enforces compliance.Project Production & Management and General ResponsibilitiesAssists project staff in developing work plans; reviews and approves schedules, budgets, project milestone dates, and work products.Oversees financial performance of projects; assists project staff in identifying potential problems to ensure remedial actions are promptly taken to avoid financial losses and client dissatisfaction.Monitors and enforces compliance with established quality control standards, ensuring that appropriate quality assurance activities are being performed throughout the project. Reviews QC plans and periodic QA compliance audits.Assists assigned project staff in facilitating work sharing with other operating units; secures resource support and establishes work sharing commitments; negotiates outsourcing budgets with technical managers.Marketing And Client MaintenanceDevelops, implements, and monitors annual and strategic marketing plans for targeted projects; participates in the development of Strategic Plan.Opens opportunities for associated projects and services; maintains contacts with client decision makers and helps resolve client relations problems.Reviews proposals and selects interview teams; reviews and recommends project marketing budgets subject to senior management approval.Maintains visibility and professional courtesy by participating in civic and professional organizations and encouraging staff to do the same; contributes to regional/national prominence through technical work and conference presentations.Contracts And FinancialConducts contract negotiations with clients and subconsultants.Develops and recommends operational budgets for senior management approval.Reviews and makes decisions on proposed project budgets and monitors monthly performance against budget to ensure profitability.Manages the project as a profit centre; controls G&A costs; reviews and manages revenue stream.Approves purchase requests for capital items as specified in the Authorization Matrix.Manages accounts receivables and client billings; makes decisions concerning final write-offs and past due accounts as specified in the Authorization.What will you contribute?Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field. Graduate degree preferred. Management coursework and/or MBA a plus.Minimum twelve (12) years engineering experience since B.S. or eleven years since M.S., plus experience in program management and toll facility/limited access projects.At least three years in a Senior Project Manager role with highly complex project management responsibility.15-20 years of overall experience typical for the role.Proven collaborative leadership with negotiation, interpersonal, and partnering skills; ability to lead and manage a large staff.Strong technical writing, oral and listening communication skills in English; good public speaking ability to large groups.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; ability to develop and review policies, methods, practices and procedures.Strong organizational and time management skills.PE, AICP, RA or RLA registration is required if available.PMP or CCM certification required within one year of assuming position.What we offer at AtkinsRéalisAtkinsRéalis values Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence as the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles guide our culture, decisions, and programs, empowering every team member to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, employer-matched 401(k) with vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absence options, flexible work options, recognition programs, employee assistance, and voluntary benefits. Details are on our benefits page.Equal Opportunity AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement. Our privacy notice explains how we collect, use, and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your information, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.Note to staffing and direct hire agenciesWe reserve the right to recruit candidates submitted by recruiters not on our preferred supplier list without financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. For details, visit our recruitment agencies page.Worker Type: Employee | Job Type: Regular #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-09